Gallstones are a common medical issue that affects millions of people each year. These small, hardened deposits can form in the gallbladder and often cause no symptoms. However, when gallstones block ducts or cause inflammation, they can lead to severe pain, infection...
The professionals working in emergency rooms (ERs) sometimes have to make life-or-death decisions. They may need to use triage practices when the ER is full of people who need medical attention. Triage in an emergency room setting involves evaluating people for the...
When people get into car accidents, they will often blame a variety of factors. They may blame the road design, saying it was too confusing. They could blame weather conditions, saying that they didn’t have enough visibility. But the reality is that the drivers should...
A traumatic brain injury is a serious medical condition that can lead to disabilities. Some common kinds of TBIs include brain bleeding, skull fractures, concussions and penetration. Many TBIs lead to confusion, loss of consciousness, cognitive impairment, migraine,...
New cars come with far more safety options than even a few years ago. The technology continues to advance and is likely to become more accessible with time. If your car lacks these features, you may consider upgrading. Is it a wise investment? Advanced safety features...
Pregnancy is a time when the healthcare needs of a mother become particularly complex, requiring the utmost attention and care from medical professionals. Unfortunately, the reality is that conditions affecting pregnant patients are too often misdiagnosed, leading to...
The healthcare field has its own terminology, which can make it feel like you're listening to another language when your care team is speaking about your situation. One term you may hear is 'contraindication.' Understanding this term's meaning and how it can impact...
Turning right after stopping at a red light in California is legal. Some lawmakers and citizens want to ban turning right at a red light. A rise in the number of pedestrians killed or injured in motor vehicle accidents has caused some people to rethink the safety of...
Many patients are dissatisfied with the treatment they have received from doctors in California. However, simply being unhappy with your diagnosis and treatment and suffering medical malpractice are vastly different. Medical malpractice occurs when healthcare...
Accidents often happen when you least expect them, and one common scenario is a slip-and-fall incident. While many California slips and falls result in minor bruises or sprains, they can also lead to more severe consequences, particularly brain injuries. Concussions...
